Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) serves the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers-Bentonville metropolitan area. It is a commercial regional airport with multiple daily flights to U.S. hubs and handles a mix of scheduled airlines and general aviation traffic. Passenger volumes are in the low‑to‑mid‑millions annually.
Terminal Guide for Northwest Arkansas National Airport #
XNA operates from a single passenger terminal with multiple concourses/gates serving mainline and regional flights. The terminal layout provides a straightforward progression from curbside drop‑off through security to the gate areas, with concessions and rental-car counters on site.
Getting to and From Northwest Arkansas National Airport #
The airport is located within easy driving distance of the main Northwest Arkansas cities; ground transport options are well established.
- Rail/Metro: None.
- Buses: Some regional shuttle and bus services connect the airport to nearby cities - schedules vary.
- Taxis: Metered taxis and local car services operate to Bentonville, Rogers and Fayetteville; fares depend on destination.
- Ride‑share: Uber and Lyft operate in the region; expect 15-25 minute rides to downtown areas.
- Driving: Typical drive times are about 15-25 minutes to Bentonville or Fayetteville depending on traffic; rental cars and on‑site parking are available.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Northwest Arkansas National Airport #
XNA offers a full regional‑airport set of passenger facilities.
- Lounges: Some airline and paid lounges may be available; check carrier offerings.
- Food & drink: Multiple sit‑down and quick‑service options airside and landside.
- Wi‑Fi: Complimentary airport Wi‑Fi is typically available.
- Charging: Charging points and USB outlets are present in gate areas.
- Luggage/Accessibility: Standard checked‑baggage services and accessible facilities; rental cars and ground‑transport desks are on site.
Hotels and Layovers at Northwest Arkansas National Airport #
- Hilton Garden Inn Bentonville - one of several chain hotels within a short drive of the airport.
Several chain and independent hotels are located within 10-20 minutes of the terminal; use the airport’s ground-transport options or a rental car to reach them.
Tips for Northwest Arkansas National Airport #
- Book ground transportation in advance if heading to Bentonville or Fayetteville - ride-share and shuttle options are plentiful but can surge during events.
- XNA can handle connections to major U.S. hubs; allow time for baggage re‑check if making onward connections.
- If visiting nearby corporate campuses (e.g., Bentonville), check employer shuttles - they sometimes run from the airport.
Weather & Climate near Northwest Arkansas National Airport #
Northwest Arkansas National Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1166 mm/year), wettest in May.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -5° - 7° | -3° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| February | Acceptable | -2° - 10° | 1° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Good | 2° - 16° | 7° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 21° | 14° | 113 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.0h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 25° | 18° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 14.0h |
| June | Excellent | 17° - 29° | 23° | 121 mm | some cloud | 75% | 3.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Excellent | 20° - 32° | 26° | 80 mm | some cloud | 67% | 2.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.2h |
| August | Excellent | 19° - 32° | 25° | 87 mm | some cloud | 66% | 2.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.4h |
| September | Very Good | 15° - 28° | 21° | 125 mm | some cloud | 69% | 3.0 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 8° - 22° | 15° | 99 mm | some cloud | 71% | 3.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Acceptable | 2° - 14° | 6° | 112 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| December | Acceptable | -3° - 9° | 0° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
